How to Apply for Hyundai Innovation Challenge 2026
Hyundai Innovation Challenge 2026 accepts applications online through the official portal. Follow the steps below — and always confirm the latest details on the official source before you apply.
How to apply
Applications are submitted on the official portal. Confirm the current deadline and document checklist there before you start.
Selection process
The selection process is rigorous and multi-faceted. Initially, all applications undergo a thorough screening phase to assess eligibility, clarity of the proposed solution, and its direct relevance to the challenge themes. This is followed by a detailed evaluation by an expert committee comprising R&D specialists, business unit heads, and innovation leaders from Hyundai. Promising startups from this round are then invited for presentations or interviews, where they pitch their ideas, demonstrate technical capabilities, and discuss the proposed PoC in an interactive session. The final selection prioritizes solutions that offer significant innovation, strategic alignment with Hyundai's long-term vision, and a clear path to co-development and commercialization.